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Issue public notice for removal of unauthorised emblems, symbols, stickers, names and logos from public and private vehicles within four weeks: Karnataka High Court

There an unfortunate tendency amongst ex-MPs, ex-MLAs of misusing emblems and symbols on their letterheads and vehicles

The Hindu 24 Apr 2025 9:22 pm

Karnataka: Congress holds massive protest against Union govt. at Kaup

The Youth Congress cadres pulled a bullock cart during the march as a symbol of protest against Central government-induced price rise.

The Hindu 24 Apr 2025 9:08 pm

KEA discontinues PG Architecture entrance exam, MArch admission now via PGETA score: Check important details here

The Karnataka Examinations Authority (KEA) has discontinued its PG Architecture entrance exam. Admission to MArch programs in Karnataka will now be based on the national Postgraduate Entrance Test in Architecture (PGETA) conducted by the Council of Architecture (CoA). This change aligns Karnataka with the national framework, streamlining admissions and reducing the exam burden for students.

The Times of India 24 Apr 2025 8:28 pm

Officials told to prioritise clean water supply to tackle summer challenges in rural areas

Ballari district in-charge Secretary K.V. Trilok Chandra chairs Karnataka Development Programme progress review meeting

The Hindu 24 Apr 2025 7:55 pm

Karnataka Cabinetapproves projects worth 3,647.62 crore inspecialmeeting at M.M. Hills

Chief Minister rebuts Opposition claims that funds are being diverted to guarantee schemes and seeks to know how projects can be approved without securing funds

The Hindu 24 Apr 2025 7:45 pm

Karnataka Cabinet Passes Resolution Against Pahalgam Attack

The Karnataka cabinet passed a resolution against the Pahalgam terror attack during their meeting in Chamarajanagar on Thursday. The information was given by Karnataka CM Siddaramaiah while he was speaking to the reporters.

NDTV 24 Apr 2025 7:43 pm

Karnataka: Former PM HD Deve Gowda writes to CM, urges him to drop land acquisition for Greater Bengaluru township

Former Prime Minister HD Deve Gowda has voiced strong opposition to the Greater Bangalore Development Authority's (GBDA) plan to acquire approximately 10,000 acres of farmland in Bidadi Hobli, Ramanagara district, for a township project. Gowda warned that further land acquisition would devastate the livelihoods of thousands of families dependent on agriculture, leading to unemployment and environmental damage.

The Economic Times 24 Apr 2025 6:22 pm

Pahalgam: Siddaramaiah calls for probe into failures that led to terror strike, pledges support to fight terrorism

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah directed police to monitor overstaying foreign nationals following the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26, including three from Karnataka. The state condemned the attack, called for a probe into intelligence lapses, and pledged support to the Centre in counter-terror efforts. Victims' families will receive 10 lakh each; last rites were held with police honours.

The Economic Times 24 Apr 2025 5:53 pm

Karnataka to set up i-Code Labs to ensure computer education for students of government school

Initiative to bring students of government schools on par with their counterparts in private schools

The Hindu 24 Apr 2025 5:26 pm

Home Department directed to be vigilant regarding foreign nationals overstaying in Karnataka, says CM

Referring to the Pahalgam terror attack, Mr. Siddaramaiah said it was highly condemnable and inhumane

The Hindu 24 Apr 2025 4:12 pm

FIR against BJP IT cell in Karnataka for defamatory post on Rahul Gandhi

C.M. Dhananjaya, spokesperson and chairman of KPCC legal and human resources department, said that the BJP IT cell post on social media suggesting that Rahul Gandhis foreign trip is linked to the terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir

The Hindu 24 Apr 2025 4:04 pm

FIR against BJP IT cell in Karnataka for defamatory post on Rahul Gandhi - The Hindu

FIR against BJP IT cell in Karnataka for defamatory post on Rahul Gandhi The Hindu

Google News 24 Apr 2025 4:04 pm

Karnataka Minister Patil holds meeting to discuss impact of US tariff - Hindustan Times

Karnataka Minister Patil holds meeting to discuss impact of US tariff Hindustan Times

Google News 24 Apr 2025 3:57 pm

Karnataka HC clears BBMP engineer of inaction charges, says he followed tribunal order

The Karnataka High Court quashed a charge sheet against BBMP Assistant Engineer BC Sandeep, stating that officials can't be faulted for not acting on unauthorized constructions if a court order restricts them. Justice Suraj Govindaraj emphasized that obeying court orders isn't dereliction of duty.

The Times of India 24 Apr 2025 3:39 pm

Lawyers in Karnataka boycott court in protest against HC judges transfers - Hindustan Times

Lawyers in Karnataka boycott court in protest against HC judges transfers Hindustan Times

Google News 24 Apr 2025 2:44 pm

Smooth Sailing Ahead: Karnatakas Water Metro Project Gets Green Signal

The project will be fully managed and operated by the government, with a focus on enhancing last-mile connectivity and delivering a sustainable, inclusive transportation model.

News18 24 Apr 2025 2:31 pm

Karnataka Oncologists push for mental health support in Cancer care through psycho oncology - The South First

Karnataka Oncologists push for mental health support in Cancer care through psycho oncology The South First

Google News 24 Apr 2025 1:50 pm

Hold Waqf Protesters accountable for any untoward incidents: MLA Yatnal To Karnataka Govt

Basanagouda Patil Yatnal expressed concerns over a protest being planned by some minority community leaders against him and the Waqf Amendment Act

Deccan Chronicle 24 Apr 2025 1:26 pm

Firefly Twitter Review: Vamshi Krishna Srinivass Kannada Comedy Movie Receives Positive Response; Netizens Call It Must Watch - Jagran English

Firefly Twitter Review: Vamshi Krishna Srinivass Kannada Comedy Movie Receives Positive Response; Netizens Call It Must Watch Jagran English

Google News 24 Apr 2025 12:28 pm

Siddaramaiah urges Centre to eliminate terrorists, ensure Pahalgam like incidents don't repeat - Deccan Herald

Siddaramaiah urges Centre to eliminate terrorists, ensure Pahalgam like incidents don't repeat Deccan Herald

Google News 24 Apr 2025 12:18 pm

Ravikiran to receive 25th SVN Memorial National Award - The Hans India

Ravikiran to receive 25th SVN Memorial National Award The Hans India

Google News 24 Apr 2025 11:47 am

Pahalgam terror attack: Congress holds emergency CWC meeting, Rahul Gandhi cuts short US visit

NEW DELHI: Top Congress leaders on Thursday held an emergency meeting of the party's working committee to deliberate on the Pahalgam terror attack and are expected to pass a resolution condemning it. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, former party chiefs Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi, general secretaries K C Venugopal, Jairam Ramesh, Priyanka Gandhi Vadra, among others, attended the Congress Working Committee (CWC) meeting here at the party's 24, Akbar Road office. The meeting started with leaders paying homage to the victims of the attack by observing a moment of silence in their memory. Rahul Gandhi had cut short his visit to the United States to attend the CWC meeting. The Congress is expecting Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who will be chairing an all-party meeting on the attack later this evening , to take all political parties into confidence as well as build a collective resolve. Earlier, Kharge and Rahul Gandhi had spoken with Home Minister Amit Shah, Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah and senior party leaders from the Union Territory to get an update on Tuesday's attack at the prime tourist location Baisaran near Pahalgam in south Kashmir that left 26 people, mostly tourists, dead. Kharge had termed the incident a direct assault on the Indian State and said the entire country stands by the Centre in its fight against terror. He had urged the government to use all its strength to hunt down the terrorists a nd also suggested that an all-party meeting be called to address the challenge of terrorism in a spirit of consensus. We must give a fitting response, and in this matter, we are all one, and we will fight. But there should not be claims and finger-pointing. We urge the government to use all its strength to hunt down the terrorists, Kharge said. Case against Karnataka BJP IT cell over post linking Rahul Gandhi to Pahalgam terror attack

The New Indian Express 24 Apr 2025 11:46 am

Case against Karnataka BJP IT cell over post linking Rahul Gandhi to Pahalgam terror attack

BENGALURU: A case was registered on Wednesday against the BJP IT Cell in Karnataka over an alleged derogatory social media post linking Rahul Gandhi's foreign trip to the Pahalgam terror attack , said police. The post was later deleted. The complaint was filed by C M Dhananjaya, Chairman of the Legal and Human Rights Unit of the Karnataka Pradesh Congress Committee. In his complaint, Dhananjaya said the post was intended to link Rahul Gandhi's foreign visit to the brutal attack in Pahalgam on Tuesday. He further claimed that the BJP's action was aimed at tarnishing Gandhi's image and damaging his reputation. He also alleged that this was an attempt by the BJP to divert public attention from the incident and to deflect from its 'failure' in maintaining the integrity of the nation. Based on the complaint, High Grounds Police registered a case under Sections 196 and 353(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for creating enmity between groups and spreading misleading information. Pahalgam terror attack: Centre to brief leaders at all-party meet

The New Indian Express 24 Apr 2025 11:18 am

Minister for crackdown on use of crude bombs to hunt wild boar in villages bordering forests in Karnataka

The use of crude bombs in villages bordering wildlife sanctuaries, and even territorial forests, is not new

The Hindu 24 Apr 2025 11:12 am

Firefly review: A light-hearted Kannada film depicting complexities of depression - India Today

Firefly review: A light-hearted Kannada film depicting complexities of depression India Today

Google News 24 Apr 2025 10:13 am

Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankar should not undermine judicial independence, says Hiremath

Citizens for Democracy takes exception to Jagdeep Dhankars remarks on Supreme Courts functioning

The Hindu 24 Apr 2025 10:09 am

Karnataka's Shivamogga mourns death of Manjunath Rao with half-day bandh as final rites underway - Hindustan Times

Karnataka's Shivamogga mourns death of Manjunath Rao with half-day bandh as final rites underway Hindustan Times

Google News 24 Apr 2025 9:51 am

Pahalgam attack a leaf out of Pakistan army chiefs jugular vein remarks

BENGALURU : The Pahalgam killings was a planned attack by Pakistan sponsored terrorists. It is a leaf out of Pakistan army chief Asim Munirs recent speech in which he described Kashmir as the jugular vein of Pakistan. The timing of the Pahalgam attack cannot be a matter of sheer coincidence. It was timed around the visit of US Vice President JD Vance, author of Poles Apart: The Military & Democracy in India and Pakistan, Aditya Sondhi told this newspaper. He further said the messaging behind the terror attack is to challenge the Indian governments narrative on return of normalcy in J&K. The Pakistan army will always keep the Kashmir pot boiling for their own legitimacy and relevance. If Kashmir normalises, the Pakistan military establishment risks becoming redundant.. The Resistance Front (TRF) a front of the Pak-based terrorist outfit Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) which was founded after the abrogation of Article 370 in August 2019, has claimed responsibility for the massacre of 26 civilians, which they claimed were not ordinary tourists. They were linked to and affiliated with Indian security agencies including the Intelligence Bureau, Research & Analysis Wing, the Indian Navy and other government departments. This group was being facilitated by New Delhi to analyse the ground situation, TRF said in a social media post. Pahalgam attack fallout: India suspends Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan, shuts Wagah-Attari border The Lashkar-front has been running anti India propaganda since its inception, inciting the local Kashmiris against the government on sensitive issues like allotment of land and providing government jobs to non-locals. For Kashmiris, land is an extremely sensitive issue. One of the biggest concerns post the abrogation of Article 370 was that their land will be taken away from them and given to outsiders. Their other big concern is whether government jobs will be given to non-locals, sources said. On Tuesday evening, soon after the attack, the terror outfit posted a message marked Zuv (life in Kashmiri) statement on the purported justification of the Pahalgam attack, which carried the watermark of Soul of Resistance in which they cautioned their cadres to be silent and cautious. Dont react, comment or share anything which can make you a target. We dont want people to be jailed over social media...It is advisable to stay away from public places for a few days. Stop unnecessary travel to avoid any confrontation, the terrorist group cautioned.

The New Indian Express 24 Apr 2025 9:39 am

Take adequate security measures for Amarnath Yatra: Kharge to govt

BENGALURU: A day after the Pahalgam terror attack, Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge has urged the Union Government to take adequate security measures ahead of the Amarnath Yatra.The Centre must do everything possible to instill confidence among people. Adequate security measures should be provided in Jammu and Kashmir, as Amarnath Yatra will begin in a couple of days, Kharge said, recalling that there have been attacks on Amarnath yatris in the past. Summer has just commenced. This is the time that tourists visit J&K. Tourism is the biggest source of income for J&Ks economy... The Centre should help them now. At this moment, we are all one..., he said. Gowda condemns attack Former PM and JDS patriarch HD Deve Gowda condemned the Pahalgam terror attack. Gowda, a Rajya Sabha member, said his party will stand with PM Modi in any decision that he takes in national interest. Gowda said that everybody should unite in such crucial situations and fight unitedly.

The New Indian Express 24 Apr 2025 8:49 am

Tearful homecoming: Mortal remains of Karnataka victims of Pahalgam terror attack reach Bengaluru - Hindustan Times

Tearful homecoming: Mortal remains of Karnataka victims of Pahalgam terror attack reach Bengaluru Hindustan Times

Google News 24 Apr 2025 8:46 am

Over 5,000 Karnataka tourists cancel Jammu and Kashmir bookings after Pahalgam terror attack

BENGALURU: Impacted by the Pahalgam terror attack, many tourists from Karnataka have cancelled their travel bookings to Jammu and Kashmir. According to preliminary information collated by the Karnataka Tourism Society (KTS), over 5,000 tourists who had planned to go to Jammu and Kashmir through tour operators have cancelled their bookings and do not mind losing money. The number of people who have booked and cancelled through organised operators is big, but those who have done so through unorganised operators is even larger. The attack has ended this tourism season and the future of tourism industry will be known only when the next season starts from October, said KTS Secretary S Mahalingaiah. Karnataka has around 1,000 domestic tour operators, of whom 100 are registered with KTS. Mahalingaiah said information from all tour operators of the number of people who had gone to J&K and who had made bookings is being collated. A senior official in the Ministry of Tourism, seeking anonymity, said, Tuesdays incident has not just affected the number of foreign tourists arriving in Kashmir but the entire country. It will also impact the domestic tourism sector and its ripple effect will be felt for a long time. How tourists will react to visiting J&K will depend on what the Centre and J&K government decide. How many locations will be opened for tourism and when will be crucial. An official from the Karnataka State tourism Department said tourism to other states will also be impacted. It is only human for people to get scared. The impact will be felt among people coming to Karnataka also, he said. Tour operators said domestic tourist season to J&K till June has now been completely wiped out. Its impact on the October bookings is also being felt. Religious tourism has also been impacted as 50% bookings to Amarnath, Vaishnodevi and surrounding areas have been cancelled, said a tour operator. Tour operators and experts said tourism can be revived if the government takes aggressive proactive steps and instills confidence among tourists. There should be sufficient security in place. This terrorist attack will have an impact. The government should deploy green police teams across India. These are dedicated police personnel deployed at tourist destinations to keep a watch on people and tourist locations. This has been a long-pending demand, said Shiva Shanmugham, Member, Tourism Committee, FKCCI. Home and tourism departments along with the central, state and union territory governments should collectively take stern measures, he added.

The New Indian Express 24 Apr 2025 8:41 am

Green Tech Education: Students Use QR Codes to Map School Flora - Deccan Herald

Green Tech Education: Students Use QR Codes to Map School Flora Deccan Herald

Google News 24 Apr 2025 8:40 am

Shepherds son cracks UPSC, celebrations erupt in Karnataka, Maharashtra

The sheep-herding Kuruba community of Nanavadi village in Karnatakas Belagavi district erupted in celebration as news spread that Beerappa Siddappa Doni, a youth from Amage village in neighbouring Maharashtra, had secured the 551st rank in the prestigious Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services Examination announced on April 22. Beerappa, currently visiting his relatives in Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 24 Apr 2025 8:26 am

Bengaluru techie from Andhra Pradesh slain in Pahalgam terror strike - newskarnataka.com

Bengaluru techie from Andhra Pradesh slain in Pahalgam terror strike newskarnataka.com

Google News 24 Apr 2025 8:23 am

IPL 2025: Traffic snarls likely near Bengalurus Chinnaswamy Stadium for RCB vs RR clash today

Bengaluru anticipates heavy traffic congestion around Chinnaswamy Stadium and the Central Business District on Thursday due to the RCB versus Rajasthan Royals IPL match. Commuters are advised to avoid key roads like MG Road and Cubbon Road or utilize public transport options such as the metro and BMTC buses.

The Times of India 24 Apr 2025 8:23 am

Dalmia Bharat To Expand Presence In Karnataka, Maharashtra

The new capacities proposed will help take the company's total cement capacity to 55.5 MTPA by FY27, compared to 49.5 MTPA currently.

Bloomberg Quint 24 Apr 2025 8:12 am

Minimum wage hike will kill MSMEs: FKCCI

BENGALURU: Condemning the recent increase in minimum wages across Karnataka, the Federation of Karnataka Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FKCCI) warned that the sharp hike could severely affect micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), especially those in industrial hubs like Peenya. In a discussion held with various member industry associations on Wednesday, FKCCI pointed out that the revised minimum wages, especially in Zone 1 areas, have gone up from approximately Rs 15,000 to Rs 26,300 a jump that many small businesses say is unaffordable and threatens their survival. According to a study conducted by FKCCI among its member units in the area, around 20% of these units could be forced to shut down if the government does not take immediate corrective steps. Since Karnatakas cost of doing business is now much higher than in neighbouring states like Tamil Nadu, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, businesses are worried about losing orders and are considering shifting operations to those states. FKCCI members pointed out that the increase is exceptionally high compared to earlier stages and does not take into account the ground realities faced by small industries. Businesses operating on annual contracts and thin margins said they are already struggling with rising costs in areas like licensing, power tariffs and labour. FKCCI President MG Balakrishna said, We fully support fair compensation for workers. However, these indiscriminate wage hikes, made without evaluating the actual paying capacity of small-scale industries, are pushing them to the edge. Karnataka will lose its competitive edge in attracting investments, especially in labour-intensive sectors such as textiles, light engineering, electronics and packaging. He added that if MSMEs continue to struggle, the state may also lose significant tax revenue and employment opportunities as businesses move out to other states. The FKCCI members requested the state government to introduce separate minimum wage slabs for MSMEs, different from those for large industries. It also urged the state to set up a wage rationalisation committee to review the current structure. Additional relief measures proposed include power tariff subsidies, waivers on labour cess and working capital support for small businesses.

The New Indian Express 24 Apr 2025 8:07 am

Karnataka Caste Census Decade Old, Numbers Need To Be Updated: Congresss Moily To News18

After a discussion, within three months, an updated survey can be conducted and the data updated, or else everybody will keep questioning the numbers, says Veerappa Moily

News18 24 Apr 2025 8:00 am

Senior IAS officers Manivannan, Maheshwar Rao in race for BBMP Chief?

BENGALURU: With Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) chief commissioner Tushar Girinath expected to be made additional chief secretary of the urban development, the question now doing the rounds here is who will head the richest and largest civic body of Karnataka? Going by sources, senior IAS officers P Manivannan and Maheshwar Rao are the top contenders for the coveted post. Manivannan is now principal secretary, Social Welfare Department, while Maheshwar Rao is managing director of Bangalore Metropolitan Rail Corporation Ltd. Manivannan is known for his good work. He earned the title of Demolition Man for clearing encroachments. Manivannan was commissioner of the Mysore Urban Development Authority and the Mysuru City Corporation. He has a fair understanding of Bengaluru city administration with his experience at Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (BESCOM), where he ensured uninterrupted power supply in most parts of the city. Hence, Manivannan may be chosen for the coveted post, a source said. Maheshwar Rao served as BBMP commissioner in 2018. He was secretary of the Agriculture Department. He was with the Labour Department. He served as commissioner for Industrial Development and director of Industries and Commerce. He also served as deputy commissioner of Mandya, Mangaluru, Belagavi and Hassan districts. If there is a delay in appointing either of them, there are chances of Munish Moudgil, BBMPs special commissioner (revenue), being made in-charge chief commissioner, the sources said. On April 30, SR Umashankar, additional chief secretary (ACS), Urban Development Development (UDD), will retire, and chief commissioner Tushar Girinath may assume charge as ACS, UDD.

The New Indian Express 24 Apr 2025 7:58 am

TN leads India with USD 14.65 billion in electronics exports in FY25, driven by PLI scheme: Industries minister Rajaa

CHENNAI: The state has established itself as Indias electronics export powerhouse, recording shipments worth USD 14.65 billion in the financial year 2024-25, according to Industries Minister Dr TRB Rajaa. The state accounted for 41.3% of the countrys total electronics exports during the year, highlighting its growing dominance in a sector that is increasingly central to Indias manufacturing strategy. In comparison, Tamil Nadu recorded USD 9.56 billion in electronics exports during the previous financial year, 2023-24. Karnataka, ranked second, registered USD 7.85 billion in exports - 22.09% of the national total. Combined, these two southern states contributed approximately 64% of Indias total electronics exports. These figures underscore Tamil Nadus expanding role in the global electronics supply chain, as both state and national policymakers work to position India as a competitive alternative to China in manufacturing. The surge in exports has been fuelled by increased investment from multinational corporations and targeted incentives provided under Indias Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme. Of particular note is the Rs 25,000 crore PLI scheme for manufacturing electronic components, which Dr Rajaa highlighted in a post on social media platform X. He described it as a strong endorsement of Tamil Nadus long-standing strategy to move up the electronics value chain, particularly by expanding into component manufacturing. The PLI scheme aims to boost domestic production of critical electronic components - such as batteries, displays, camera modules, and printed circuit boards (PCBs) - to strengthen Indias electronics ecosystem and reduce reliance on imports.

The New Indian Express 24 Apr 2025 7:49 am

Pahalgam attack: Bengaluru techie identified himself as Muslim, told to recite from Quran and strip before being shot

Madhusudhan Rao, a software engineer from Bengaluru, was tragically killed in a terror attack in Pahalgam while on a family vacation. The attackers targeted him after questioning his religious identity. Rao's sudden death has shocked his neighbors in Riches Garden Layout, who remember him as a jovial and active member of their community.

The Times of India 24 Apr 2025 7:13 am

Bodies of 2 Karnataka tourists killed in Pahalgam terror attack reach Bengaluru

Bengaluru: Bodies of two tourists from Karnataka who were shot dead by the terrorists in the Pahalgam terror attack were brought to the Kempegowda International Airport here on Thursday. Manjunath Rao and Bharath Bushan were among the 26 people killed in front of their families after confirming their religious identity in Kashmirs Pahalgam on Tuesday. Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 24 Apr 2025 7:08 am

Bodies of two tourists from Karnataka killed in Pahalgam terror attack reach Bengaluru

BENGALURU: The Bodies of two tourists from Karnataka who were shot dead by the terrorists in the Pahalgam terror attack were brought to the Kempegowda International Airport here on Thursday. Manjunath Rao and Bharath Bushan were among the 26 people killed in front of their families after confirming their religious identity in Kashmir's Pahalgam on Tuesday. Most of those killed by terrorists were tourists. Union Minister V Somanna, along with Bengaluru South MP Tejasvi Surya accompanied the mortal remains of the tourists. While Rao's body was taken to his hometown, Shivamogga, Bushan will be cremated in Bengaluru. Speaking to reporters, BJP MP Surya said that India, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is going to retaliate to this terror attack.

The New Indian Express 24 Apr 2025 7:01 am

170 from Karnataka still in Jammu & Kashmir; families recall close call with terrorists

Families from Karnataka narrowly escaped the Pahalgam terrorist attack, recounting their harrowing experiences. Over 50 tourists from coastal Karnataka were saved by a last-minute change of plans. The Karnataka government is providing assistance to the 170 state residents currently in Kashmir and announced compensation for the families of the two victims killed in the attack.

The Times of India 24 Apr 2025 7:00 am

A Feather Like No Other

Nostalgia for schooldays or adolescence, while seeming obvious or omnipresent, is a privilege reserved for a few. For many, school is a space of ostracisation; a place that has aggravated their biggest insecurities, and caused irreparable damage to their selfhoods. Manohara Ks debut film Mikka Bannada Hakki ( Bird of a Different Feather ), adapted from Sonia S autobiography of the same title, is a film that explores precisely that. The film, set to be screened at Kathmandu International Mountain Film Festival in May, has already received global recognition with five nominations at the Shanghai International Film Festival, the Best Kannada Film award at Bengaluru International Film Festival and the Spotlight award at the Alternativa Film Awards, Indonesia. With its protagonist, Sonia, being a young girl with albinism, Manohara explores how familial complexities and social stigma collude to target deviation, physical or psychological, at a very young age. Manohara is no stranger to the film industry, despite this being his debut directorial outing. Previously, he received the prestigious National Film Award for Best Child Artist for his starring role in Railway Children by Prithvi Konanur, who continues to be his mentor. When one watches Manoharas film, its sheer depth often clouds his precocity, making it easy to forget that the depth came from someone whos just 22. Commenting on his journey so far, he says, Prithvi [Konanur] sir is an inspiration to me. He suggested the story to me around 2019, he says. Manohara K, director An integral element of Mikka Bannada Hakki is its non-professional cast. Finding the correct candidate for the lead was an arduous task, as Manohara recalls, I found one girl but she wasnt allowed by her parents to be in the film. By Gods grace, when I was scrolling through Instagram reels one day, I saw Jayashree who ended up playing the role; she was perfect, he confesses. Manohara, who co-wrote the film with Sonia, explains that it turned out to be beyond the latters autobiography, including elements of his own experience as well. Born to a farming household with skin that is, unlike Sonias, dark, Manoharas childhood and schooling was riddled with bullying on socioeconomic and racial grounds. A buoyant Manohara, who believes that the work offers more satisfaction than recognition itself, bares his heart, reflecting his values and work ethic. I didnt get many opportunities as an actor following the national award. I realised I had to stop chasing opportunities and start creating them, he says. While Mikka Bannada Hakki does not have a public release yet, the team is hard at work to make that happen. We are planning. Schoolchildren and parents should watch this film. The government should also support this film and screen it all over Karnataka, he says.

The New Indian Express 24 Apr 2025 6:00 am

Missing woman found alive: Karnataka court acquits husband of murder charges - Deccan Herald

Missing woman found alive: Karnataka court acquits husband of murder charges Deccan Herald

Google News 24 Apr 2025 5:11 am

Tariff war: Karnataka govt reviews impact on industries - Deccan Herald

Tariff war: Karnataka govt reviews impact on industries Deccan Herald

Google News 24 Apr 2025 4:59 am

22 Meghalaya children return from Karnataka

SHILLONG, April 23: Twenty-two children from Meghalaya studying in an illegal private boarding school in Karnataka were handed over to their parents here on Wednesday, an official said. The children were studying in the illegal boarding school in Karnataka. On March 16 in a food poisoning incident in the boarding school, two children died and []

thehillstimes 24 Apr 2025 4:50 am

Convict's dismissal from service: Karnataka High Court quashes petition - Deccan Herald

Convict's dismissal from service: Karnataka High Court quashes petition Deccan Herald

Google News 24 Apr 2025 4:30 am

Karnataka hands over 22 children weeks after food poisoning incident

By Our Reporter SHILLONG, April 23: A team from the Mandya District Child Protection Unit in Karnataka on Wednesday handed over 22 children from Meghalaya to the states Social Welfare Department. These children were studying at the Gokula Educational Trust in Bengaluru. During the celebration of Holi at the institute on March 16, several students [] The post Karnataka hands over 22 children weeks after food poisoning incident appeared first on The Shillong Times .

The Shillong Times 24 Apr 2025 1:44 am

Karnataka launches allied and healthcare council

The Times of India 24 Apr 2025 12:04 am

Bengaluru: Metro passengers chewing tobacco to be penalised

The Times of India 23 Apr 2025 11:58 pm

Kharge: No time for politics, will fully back Centre

The Times of India 23 Apr 2025 11:16 pm

EX Gratia of Rs 10 Lakh to Bereaved Families Announced In Karnataka

CM Siddaramaiah announced 10 lakh ex gratia for the families of two Karnataka victims killed in the Pahalgam terror attack, criticising central intelligence for the lapse

Deccan Chronicle 23 Apr 2025 11:10 pm

State govt to hold ZP, TP elections within 3 months

The Times of India 23 Apr 2025 11:10 pm

KMC-RI Hubballi opens internal radiation therapy

The Times of India 23 Apr 2025 11:01 pm

PM Modi leads CCS in historic retaliation: India strikes back at Pakistan over Pahalgam terror attack

PM Modi leads CCS in historic retaliation: India strikes back at Pakistan over Pahalgam terror attack New Delhi: In a decisive response to the deadly terror attack on April 22 in Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, India has taken a series of robust diplomatic measures to hold Pakistan accountable for its role in cross-border terrorism. The [] The post PM Modi leads CCS in historic retaliation: India strikes back at Pakistan over Pahalgam terror attack appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangalorean 23 Apr 2025 10:59 pm

Govt School of Art in Dharwad celebrates golden jubilee

The Times of India 23 Apr 2025 10:58 pm

2 families from coast stranded in Kashmir

The Times of India 23 Apr 2025 10:58 pm

Motorbike rider killed in accident

The Times of India 23 Apr 2025 10:55 pm

Govt must give funds for drinking water: MLA

The Times of India 23 Apr 2025 10:55 pm

Pahalgam terror attack condemned

The Times of India 23 Apr 2025 10:52 pm

Cong to hold protest in city on April 26 against price rise

The Times of India 23 Apr 2025 10:52 pm

City police issue traffic advisory for Ullal Dargah Uroos

The Times of India 23 Apr 2025 10:52 pm

Adopt tiger cubs and get to name them

The Times of India 23 Apr 2025 10:49 pm

Parents prefer schools with digital education aids for kids

The Times of India 23 Apr 2025 10:49 pm

UCSL delivers first dry cargo vessel to Norway

The Times of India 23 Apr 2025 10:49 pm

Karnataka High Court dismisses former banker's plea against ED arrest - Deccan Herald

Karnataka High Court dismisses former banker's plea against ED arrest Deccan Herald

Google News 23 Apr 2025 10:47 pm

Transfer of judges | Proceedings affected in Karnataka HC after Advocates Association of Bengaluru's boycott call - Deccan Herald

Transfer of judges | Proceedings affected in Karnataka HC after Advocates Association of Bengaluru's boycott call Deccan Herald

Google News 23 Apr 2025 10:41 pm

Murdered top cops daughter questioned

The Times of India 23 Apr 2025 10:40 pm

Tejasvi Surya travels with Pahalgam victim families, bodies to reach Bengaluru on Thursday

Tejasvi Surya travels with Pahalgam victim families, bodies to reach Bengaluru on Thursday Bengaluru: Member of Parliament and BJP Yuva Morcha National President Tejasvi Surya is travelling along with the families of the victims of the Pahalgam terror attack. The group is travelling from Srinagar to Delhi by IndiGo flight 6E 3203, scheduled to arrive [] The post Tejasvi Surya travels with Pahalgam victim families, bodies to reach Bengaluru on Thursday appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangalorean 23 Apr 2025 10:39 pm

INLAND BUENOS AIRES to be inaugurated on 25th April 2025

INLAND BUENOS AIRES to be inaugurated on 25th April 2025 Mangalore: In-land Builders, one of the most trusted real estate brands in Karnataka, is all set to inaugurate its premium residential building Inland Buenos Aires at Lobo Lane, Bendoor, Mangalore on Friday, 25th April. In-land has been delivering beautiful homes, year after year which [] The post INLAND BUENOS AIRES to be inaugurated on 25th April 2025 appeared first on Mangalorean.com .

Mangalorean 23 Apr 2025 10:36 pm

Youth dies as sports bike hits divider

The Times of India 23 Apr 2025 10:31 pm

Karnataka Covid 'scam': Panel asks govt to book 176 cases, recover Rs 128 cr - Deccan Herald

Karnataka Covid 'scam': Panel asks govt to book 176 cases, recover Rs 128 cr Deccan Herald

Google News 23 Apr 2025 10:17 pm

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Mangalorean 23 Apr 2025 10:09 pm

Karnataka Transport Department clarifies onpanic buttons, VLTDs malfunction claims

This move follows a spate of complaints and viral social media videos in which cab drivers alleged that the VLTDs in their vehicles were not operational and, more critically, not linked to the departments Command and Control Centre located in Shanthinagar.

The Hindu 23 Apr 2025 10:09 pm

We feel like weve been spared by divine grace, says Bengaluru tourist stranded in Kashmir after deadly terror attack

The Hindu spoke to stranded Karnataka tourists in Kashmir and the families of the victims killed in the terror attack

The Hindu 23 Apr 2025 10:02 pm